What physical features helped a dinosaur survive?

In pairs, students will use the Dino Lab simulator to build a unique dinosaur model to survive four different challenges. Students will be prompted along the way to think critically about the relationship between the physical structure and functions of their models and investigate which combinations of features are optimal for success in the game.

SECTION 1

Plan and carry out an investigation

(20 minutes)

SECTION 2

Testing explanations

(15 minutes)

SECTION 3

Discuss and reflect

(15 minutes)

Total Estimated Time: 50 minutes

Standards Alignment: Utah SEED standards 7.2.2, 7.2.6, 7.5.2, and 7.5.3 and NGSS MS-LS2-2, MS-LS2-4, MS-LS4-1, and LS4-2, as well as, DOK levels 1-4 and ELA Common Core Standards.

Key Support Materials

Instructional Guide
Research Assistant Notebook
Student Learning Assessment Tool
Student Rubric for Assessing Learning Outcomes
Student Rubric for Presenting Arguments

Launch Investigation

Support Materials

Student Access Code